Metroidvania game The Prisoning: Fletcher’s Quest slated for Nintendo Switch

Acclaim and Elden Pixels plan to release The Prisoning: Fletcher’s Quest on Nintendo Switch, the two sides confirmed today. Look for it on February 10, 2026.

The Prisoning: Fletcher’s Quest comes from the same team as Alwa’s Legacy and A Void Hope. This time around, the studio has made a comedic Metroidvania adventure in which Fletcher Howie Jr., a developer on the brink of a mental breakdown at the final stages of a massive project, becomes trapped in his subconscious and is forced to confront his fears and anxieties.

Here’s some additional information:

After a visit to the psychologist that went horribly wrong you’re trapped in the mind of a game developer on the brink of physical and emotional burnout during the last stages of an intense project. Experience a metroidvania drenched in anxiety based on a very true story.

Help Fletcher Howie Jr. escape his mental prison and save the day!

Key Features

• Based on a true story and definitely inspired by real events
• Upgrades, weapons, bosses, enemies and all that jazz
• Contains story (This game is not recommended for anyone with a peanut allergy)

Have a look at a new trailer for the title below.

Release Date Trailer

Expect the game to release as a digital download. If you’re interested in more Nintendo Switch coverage, head on over here.